The summer weather brings joy, with flowers and plants abounding. Prevent the downs sides with a few simple precautions. Stinging Insects. CDC says even if you cannot smell flowery scents of soap and perfume, the bugs can so eliminate if you are going outside. If stung pull-out stinger, wash with cold soap and water, place cold compress of ice. If allergic you should carry an EPI Pen and call 911. Too Much Sun. Wear 30-50 sunscreen on any exposed skin….
“A heart-healthy diet alone can reduce heart disease risk by 30%, “says Dr. Walter Willet Chairman of Nutrition and Public Health at” Harvard. Best success happens by focusing on overall dietary patterns”. Redesign your plate. Fill your plate with heart-protective foods. Make vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, and beans the centerpiece of your meal. You can also move to a smaller size plate. Think meat as a condiment. This means eating beef, poultry, and pork occasionally in the 3–4-ounce range,…
Many of our annual check-ups have been delayed. Get ready and GO. Document your agenda. Bring a list of written prioritized questions, concerns, changes since your last visit like recent, falls, chest pain, or shortness of breath. A written list of medications. Write down what you actually take, including supplements and over-the-counter sleep meds, and CBD in any version. Make sure you get a hands-on exam. For a complete exam, you should get undressed. The doctor should check joints, heart,…
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We have all done what we can to soothe ourselves over this last year of stress. It may have been increasing our chocolate intake, binge watching Netflix, even going into hibernation. Here are some things to try as we spring into the world to recapture our humanity. Pay attention to your smile. Smiling is a mood booster Make that appointment with your dentist for an oral checkup and teeth cleaning. Now as we are unmasking flash those pearly whites. share…
With so much time spent looking at our phones, tablets and computers our eyes are at risk. Try the following these tips to prevent problems. Consider your eyes the gateway to your world. Protect and develop skills to prevent eye strain. 1. Eat Well Nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and vitamins C and E in a well balanced diet 2. Quit Smoking Smoking makes you more likely to get cataracts damage to your optic nerve, and more susceptible to…
Over 50,000 deaths were attributed falls in 2020. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and no-fatal injuries in the over 65 population. Keep yourself out of these statistics by doing the following: Attend to your environment. Check rugs, low lighting, and pets (may need to be restrained). Wear well-fitting, low heeled, non-slip shoes both indoors and outdoors. Work on strength. Strengthen your leg, hip (gluteal) and calf muscles. These are the muscles you need to catch you fall. Better…
The pandemic caused tele-health visits to increase into the 100’s of millions. Telehealth is here to stay. Prepare to get the most out of a tele-health visit. 1.Determine with your doctor’s office, that a tele-health call is appropriate for you. 2. Be prepared to provide your doctor with information, they may need to give you to develop your plan of care, lab values you question, change in B/P, change in weight, decrease in output? 3.Have all your current information in…
If you seem to be dragging through every day, it may be time to reconsider your point of view. Start by thinking energize, not exercise. Here are some tips to reignite your motivation and start to energize. Get out of the house. By walking, biking, swimming or yoga in the fresh air and sunshine offers mood boosting effects and good source of Vitamin D. Try something new. Try something new or even adventuresome or totally new: water aerobics, Tai Chi,…
A good night’s rest has never been more necessary, yet harder to achieve! Try these tweaks for your evening routine and sleeping quarters to get the good night’s rest you crave. Give your belly a break. Experts recommend staying away from food 3-4 hours before bedtime. Ease into bedtime. Build a wind-down routine to prepare for a good night’s sleep. Turn off the screens. No TV, computer, iPad, or phone screens, as they suppress melatonin hormone necessary for sleep. Turn…